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Kyle Ringer

West Seneca

Summary

Experienced leader with a strong background in employee engagement and development, leveraging technical skills in equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Proven track record of enhancing production efficiency and ensuring high-quality standards, while adhering to safety protocols and lean manufacturing principles. Adept at seamless team collaboration, adapting to changing demands, and consistently delivering reliable results.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Manufacturing Technician

Moog Inc
04.2018 - Current
  • Lead operations technician on Greyhound bus Environmental testing procedures.
  • Lead Navy actuation group operator.
  • Maintain and organize technical, traceability and test result documents.
  • Work with various customers on site and at customer locations.
  • Utilize a variety of precision measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers, dial indicators).
  • Set up multiple hydraulic fixturing and test stands using gages, flow meters and manual plotters.
  • Complete incoming inspection, troubleshooting, teardown, build-up and outgoing testing on aftermarket returns and OEM units.
  • Computer skills (MBS, PDM, EHR, material select, component maintenance manuals).
  • Troubleshot equipment issues, minimizing downtime and keeping production on track to meet deadlines.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting routine inspections.
  • Increased overall productivity by training new technicians and providing ongoing support to team members.
  • Improved production efficiency by implementing standardized procedures and streamlining workflow.
  • Consistently met or exceeded production targets by employing effective time-management skills and maintaining focus on task completion.
  • Supported cross-functional teams in achieving project goals, collaborating effectively with colleagues from various departments.
  • Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, sharing insights and suggestions for enhancing operational efficiency.

Manufacturing Technician

Cobham
06.2014 - 04.2018
  • Drive continuous improvement by making recommendations for specific production needs to ensure on time delivery and mitigate against potential risks
  • Participated in the gauge R&R for new Paveway manifold test stand
  • Provided feedback on progress to engineering and technical suggestions for improvement
  • Dependable and high-output technician for actuation and environmental value streams, ensuring each team can meet their projected Key Performance Indicators, always volunteering and delivering when necessary
  • Troubleshot equipment issues, minimizing downtime and keeping production on track to meet deadlines.
  • Increased overall productivity by training new technicians and providing ongoing support to team members.
  • Assembled and tested parts and components to meet safety and performance standards.
  • Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
  • Installed and maintained manufacturing equipment according to manufacturer specifications.

Manufacturing Technician (through Superior Staffing)

Moog Inc
05.2012 - 06.2014
  • Prioritized, and executed building and testing according to on time delivery dates
  • Routinely completed same day builds to ensure expedited repair builds
  • Cross-trained team members on inspection and how to build actuator, servo valve, and tie-wire
  • Assembled and tested parts and components to meet safety and performance standards.
  • Recorded and documented all maintenance activities in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Documented all manufacturing activities, maintaining accurate records for reporting purposes and quality assurance audits.
  • Collaborated closely with quality assurance to identify and correct potential production issues before final assembly.
  • Streamlined assembly line efficiency by implementing new workstation organization techniques.

Power Plant Tech

United States Marine Corps
01.2007 - 12.2011
  • Collaborated with supervisor regarding specific production needs such as parts availability, and production status for T64-GE-416 Helicopter and T64-GE-416/416A turbo shaft engines
  • Performed activities within the confines of the systems and procedures and Naval regulations
  • Audited work of other team members in work center to ensure compliance to work process
  • Complete teardown and build of T64 engines
  • On wing trouble shooting and repairs of T64 engines
  • Worked with multiple squadron personnel and leadership to coordinate repairs and ensure mission readiness
  • Performed field service installations and repairs to prevent power plant replacement and maintain mission readiness
  • As supervisor, accomplished maximum utilization of equipment by comparing available workload against unit capacity and made decisions to effectively match load with capacity
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Burner and Material Handler

Samuel Steel Company
06.2005 - 01.2007
  • Ensured new shipments were logged and delivered properly into inventory and checked levels
  • Coordinated with engineering to develop CNC torch paths to reflect proper design requirements
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by following proper safety protocols and conducting regular inspections.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and high-quality work standards.
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
  • Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
  • Prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.

Education

Bachelors of Science - Health & Wellness

Canisius College
Buffalo, New York
01.2021

Minor - Strength & Conditioning

Canisius College
Buffalo, New York
01.2021

Naval Aviation Technical Training -

MCAS New River
Jacksonville, North Carolina
01.2008

Naval Aviation A&C School -

NAS Pensacola
Pensacola, Florida
01.2007

Regents Diploma -

Lake Shore High School
Angola, New York
01.2005

Skills

  • Aircraft Systems Maintenance
  • Compliance Auditing
  • Project Oversight
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office
  • Safety Compliance Procedures
  • Precision assembly
  • Technical Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Adaptive problem solving
  • Continuous Improvement Initiatives
  • Employee Development
  • Product Quality Assessment
  • Operational Workflow Management

Awards

  • 2011, Good Conduct Medal, Awarded for exemplary behavior, efficiency and fidelity in active federal military service. In that timeframe, 8 months were in a combat situation in Somalia, Africa.
  • 2011, Collateral Duty Inspector Quality assurance stamp, Certified inspector for verification of flight status of aircraft and military maintenance performed.
  • 2010, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Awarded for exceptional and consistent effort in engine repair and maintenance. The effort saved 6.4 million and ensured mission readiness for in combat operations.
  • 2010, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Deployed in combat operations for over 60 consecutive days fighting global war on terrorism.

Timeline

Manufacturing Technician

Moog Inc
04.2018 - Current

Manufacturing Technician

Cobham
06.2014 - 04.2018

Manufacturing Technician (through Superior Staffing)

Moog Inc
05.2012 - 06.2014

Power Plant Tech

United States Marine Corps
01.2007 - 12.2011

Burner and Material Handler

Samuel Steel Company
06.2005 - 01.2007

Minor - Strength & Conditioning

Canisius College

Naval Aviation Technical Training -

MCAS New River

Naval Aviation A&C School -

NAS Pensacola

Regents Diploma -

Lake Shore High School

Bachelors of Science - Health & Wellness

Canisius College

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